For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,883 students in 49014, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 49014, MI are Doris Klaussen Dev Center, Wattles Park Elementary School and Harper Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49014 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49014, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 49014, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Doris Klaussen Dev Center
Special Education School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
408 Jameson St
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 964-9426
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 964-9426
Grades: PK-12
| 256 students
Rank: #22.
Wattles Park Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
132 Wattles Rd S
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-5853
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-5853
Grades: K-4
| 344 students
Rank: #33.
Harper Creek High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12677 Beadle Lake Rd
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-8450
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-8450
Grades: 9-12
| 891 students
Rank: #44.
Harper Creek Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7290 B Dr N
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-4750
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-4750
Grades: 5-8
| 832 students
Rank: #55.
Beadle Lake Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8175 C Dr N
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-3295
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-3295
Grades: PK-4
| 320 students
Rank: #66.
Post Franklin School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20 Newark Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 965-9693
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 965-9693
Grades: K-2
| 240 students
49014, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7454 B Dr N
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-6571
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-6571
Grades: 6-12
| 10 students
340 Cliff Street
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 965-9686
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 965-9686
Grades: K-5
| 253 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49014, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49014, MI include Doris Klaussen Dev Center, Wattles Park Elementary School and Harper Creek High School.
How many public schools are located in 49014, MI?
6 public schools are located in 49014, MI.
What is the racial composition of students in 49014, MI?
49014, MI public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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